If you made it "paint by numbers" simple with a logical workflow then we'd have less people having issues. I'd vote to have that as a sticky.

I actually did this if you recall... and it didn't help that much. People open the doc and see the wall of text and go "omg screw that".

I know but I think the doc was too advanced and detailed to start learning HyperSpin and a doc with only text is hard to read. HyperLaunch should be left out and have a separate advanced chapter.

If there is a will there is a way. I don't think you can learn hyperspin without a lot of reading. And it seems to require "maintenance" here and there so if you want to have it you should know how to use it.

The older version was way eaiser, although as stated you have to do your research and be patient to get it all to work and you have to have a working knowledge of auto hotkey scripting.

I have the new version sitting on my desktop, i plan on attempting an install one of these days on a new rig. However there is no way i'm erasing my older version that is running just fine right now, i really dont see any real imporvements to even bother with the upgrade.

Knowing that the released version wasn't completely finished and still has glitches.

I'm an IT developer by trade so i'm very comfortable working with dozens of config files that must work in complete harmony for my software to work. I understand what hyperspin wants and how to get there, but I agree that it's WAY too involved for this type of hobby. People are learning so much to do this that they shouldn't require an IT degree to put the finishing touch on their CAB. How many threads start with OMG I have never used a router before! The amount of work that went into HS is phenomenal and I applaud the devs, but downloading multiple config editors (HQ) is a little cumbersome. I get that they added those as a way to help out people who didn't want to modify .ini files but I hope if HS 2.0 ever comes out that they will have an all encompassing configuration utility and more detailed documentation aimed at the average user.

I have been spending a ton of time downloading movies and screenshots, making a custom theme, plus also making genre lists for the roms I have so that people won't have to scroll through 200 roms to get to Shinobi.

I think i'm going to officially label this guy complete. I don't plan to do any more woodworking or major tasks and my custom MA theme is finished and working. I still want to move the power inlet over to the other side and add some cooling in it's place, but those are enhancements and not required. I'll update the first post to signify this. I can't wait to post my next project and to see what everyone else comes up with

johnrt

I'm an IT developer by trade so i'm very comfortable working with dozens of config files that must work in complete harmony for my software to work. I understand what hyperspin wants and how to get there, but I agree that it's WAY too involved for this type of hobby. People are learning so much to do this that they shouldn't require an IT degree to put the finishing touch on their CAB. How many threads start with OMG I have never used a router before! The amount of work that went into HS is phenomenal and I applaud the devs, but downloading multiple config editors (HQ) is a little cumbersome. I get that they added those as a way to help out people who didn't want to modify .ini files but I hope if HS 2.0 ever comes out that they will have an all encompassing configuration utility and more detailed documentation aimed at the average user.

And do I agree!!! I myself are an IT consultant. Hyperspin is the modern way to go. But the software and the ways to get things done with all the config-files and whatnot... That's not something for a normal person to be able to do. That's also why there's a market for HS configured harddrives. And that's why I also made this video: http://captiongenerator.com/26985/Hitler-rants-about-johnrts-bartop-and-HyperSpin

If there is interest I could finish it with some screenshots and make it a sticky. Although I think we need a separate forum for Hyperspin as it is one of the most used frontends and there are a lot of people struggling with it.

Without a doubt this is one of the coolest bar tops I've ever seen, and im a devote Nintendo guy. Love the FE skin, I'd ditch the Maximus Arcade logo tho, just a personal preference.

Yea I agree about the logo but I thought I'd show some love to the creator by representing the software. I'll post more pics of the FE skin later. Wish I would have remembered "welcome to the next level" sooner.

I'm sorry if this had been alread asked but I didn't find it. Can you share your planes? Do you agree if I use your plans to make one too?The theme will be different, but I would like to use your bartop layout.